VERNON L BARKSTALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Champaign CUSD 4 school district, located in Champaign, IL with about 455 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Vernon L. Barkstall Elementary School is a public school located in Champaign, Illinois, serving students in pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. It is part of Champaign Community Unit School District 4. The school is named in honor of Vernon L. Barkstall, a prominent figure in the local community who was known for his dedication to civil rights, educational equity, and service to the Champaign-Urbana area.

The school is recognized for its diverse student body and its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment. It emphasizes core academic development while incorporating programs designed to address the social and emotional well-being of its students. As a neighborhood school, Barkstall is deeply integrated into the local community, often focusing on building strong partnerships with families to support student achievement and character development.

For more information, contact Vernon L Barkstall Elementary Sch at (217) 373-5580 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.